ABOUT THE SCULPTURE

Theresa Martin's mixed media works engage the subconscious, psychological realm in contemporary icons often combining real objects reclaimed from nature with borrowed figural elements. Inspired by the form of medieval triptychs and reliquaries, Martin constructs tableaux designed for pedestals. Her work reflects metaphysical speculations about life and death, conveyed in exuberant and sometimes humorous fashion, and frequently refers to ecological concerns.

Martin has developed a balance between her somber content and rich surfaces, with a finish that deliberately suggests the artist's hand. Through tantalizing and surprising juxtapositions in works of a sensuous delight, her art conveys emotions and symbolic content with the promise of deeper meaning upon reflection.

—Faye Powe, Ph.D. Art Historian

These sculptures are approximately 22" tall and 24" wide.
Made with a wooden base, some of the materials used are
fabric, cabechones, glass, beads, cabechons, nails, skulls, eggs,
nails, digital photos, shells, gold leaf, matches, tile pieces,
test tubes, paper, brass charms.